Experience that stands out…
Having worked for both small and large organisations in the past, Andy Ashdown fully understands how businesses operate in respect of their design requirements and budgets. Andy applies this experience to ensure that his clients get good value service that is appropriate to their needs.
A wealth of knowledge at all levels
Having left Northbrook College Sussex with a National Diploma in Graphic Design, Andy studied at Croydon College of Art where he achieved a Distinction in HND Graphic Design and was awarded Best Designer of the Year.
After leaving college, Andy joined a multi-disciplinary graphic design agency in Brighton. Andy spent 8 years with the company working on a host of corporate and publishing projects for many high-profile clients, and held positions at all levels, including Senior Designer, Studio Manager and Managing Director. Andy then joined a design company in Worthing in a diverse role mixing design with account management.
Andy also spent over 3 years heading-up the in-house design department for an international manufacturing and marketing company. Andy's responsibilities in this role included implementing and overseeing a rebranding exercise and managing the production of a large volume of multi-lingual catalogues, newsletters, advertising and marketing materials.
In addition to his design business, Andy also teaches on the HNC and Foundation Degree graphic design courses at Northbrook College.
Not just good experience
As well as extensive experience, Andy also has a host of professional training behind him, including:
Creating Time
Chartered Society of Designers
Techniques for Improving Productivity in a Design Business
Chartered Society of Designers
Design Project Management
Chartered Society of Designers
Professional Practice in Design Consultancy Stage 1
Design Business Association
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